Andrew was born to the loving parents Mollie Shelton Donnell and Robert Donnell, Sr. He was their youngest son of 9 children. He was born September 24, 1944 and left this earth at 12:25 a.m. on October 13, 2020. He was preceded in death by both his Parents and seven of his siblings. In order of their demise were Mary Donnell Slade, Mattie Donnell Richards, Hampton Donnell, Mathew Donnell, Mable Donnell Harris, Robert Donnell, Jr. and William Donnell. The last living sibling is Wanda Donnell -Smith (Kernersville N.C/ Powdersville, S.C.)
He was married to Treva Cuthbertson Donnell. No children were born to their union. In 1993 he welcomed Antoinetta Kelly as his daughter. She has four children. He was drafted into the U.S.A Army at the end of 1964 and served till the beginning of 1968. He was then under long time employment with the state at the Downtown ABC store and the store on Asheboro St. Before the onset of multiple strokes starting in 1999 - 2020 He found joy in country cruising in a. Sparkling clean car and a neat appearance.
He leaves his Nieces and Nephews also to mourn his loss. Cathy Slade Beal, Linda Slade, Darlene Slade, Molly Slade, Tyrone Richards, Andrea Richards, Leonard Smith, Jr. and Lamar Smith. Along with a lot of Great Nephews , Great Nieces, Cousins and Friends.
A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 from 1pm-4pm in the Cassie Coote-Brown Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home. A private graveside services will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Lakeview Memorial Park.
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Love u daddy! Life hasn't been right since! U hurt me this one! U said 2029 would always be different, but you didn't mention I'd lose u!!! Love u! All 31 years of my life your only daughter!!!
Love u daddy! Life hasn't been right since! U hurt me this one! U said 2029 would always be different, but you didn't mention I'd lose u!!! Love u! All 31 years of my life your only daughter!!!
Baby! i love you!!!
daddy I look up everyday!!! i miss you so much!!!!
Our family would like to express our deepest sympathies in the passing of your loved one. Andrew was a classmate of my brother, James, and a friend for many years. He was a beautiful person with a sweet spirit. We know you will miss him dearly, as will those who knew him. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you now and forever!
Please accept our deepest condolences and know that God loves you and can restore your spirits, give you peace, and strengthen you. My parents were classmates of your dad. Dad gained his wings a few weeks ago so I know your pain. We offer our thoughts, prayers, and well-wishes during this dark time in your life.
~The Richmond Family~
Condolences to the family. From Janice Kelley and Family
Daddy! Just know we love you so much! Your grandkids are going too miss you! I'm going too miss you! Well I already do! I know you have gained your wing and definitely in a better place now! Continue too watch over us! I love u big pimping! Your Daughter Timeal!
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